Hoya 'Sunrise' - Pet-Safe Trailing Wax Plant with Red Veins

Hoya 'Sunrise' Houseplant

The Hoya 'Sunrise' is a striking hybrid houseplant that combines the best traits of Hoya lacunosa and Hoya obscura. This distinctive wax plant showcases teardrop-shaped dark green leaves adorned with red veins that become more vivid when grown in bright indirect light.

Plant Characteristics

This trailing variety works exceptionally well in hanging baskets, allowing its cascading vines to display the unique foliage pattern. The dark green leaves with red veining create a natural contrast that adds visual interest to any indoor space. As a member of the wax plant family, the foliage has a characteristic waxy texture that helps the plant retain moisture.

Care Requirements

Hoya 'Sunrise' thrives in bright indirect light conditions, which enhance the red coloration in the leaf veins. This low-maintenance houseplant is drought tolerant, making it suitable for beginners and those who prefer easy-care plants. The plant's ability to withstand periods between watering makes it forgiving for busy plant owners.

Pet-Safe Houseplant

This Hoya variety is pet-friendly, allowing you to grow it safely in homes with cats or dogs. The non-toxic nature of this wax plant provides peace of mind for pet owners who want to add greenery to their living spaces.

Growth Habit

The trailing growth pattern makes Hoya 'Sunrise' ideal for elevated displays, hanging planters, or shelf arrangements where the vines can cascade naturally. The porcelain flower designation refers to the waxy blooms that Hoya plants can produce when mature and given proper care conditions.

• Botanical Name: Hoya lacunosa x hoya obscura

• Common Name(s): Hoya sunrise, Wax plant, porcelain flower

• Description: Hoya Sunrise is a beautiful plant with teardrop-shaped dark green leaves and red veins. Grow this option that works great in hanging baskets in bright indirect light to produce more vivid color.